Kent State Online

08/18/2026

Beyond the music classroom, there are opportunities to lead, innovate, and make an even greater impact. 🎶🎓

A master’s degree in music education can help experienced music educators expand their careers into educational leadership, curriculum development, mentoring, and other roles that influence music education beyond their own classrooms.

Kent State Online’s 100% online Master of Music in Music Education (MMME) is designed for working music educators looking to grow their expertise while continuing their careers.

Explore how a master’s in music education can help you take your next step:

https://onlinedegrees.kent.edu/blog/beyond-the-music-classroom-how-a-masters-in-music-education-can-prepare-you-for-educational-leadership

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KSU Online Music Education Master's Program

When Kendall Baldwin was recently named superintendent of the Arlee Joint School District in Montana, it marked another milestone in a career dedicated to education and student success. While every educator's journey is unique, her appointment serves as a powerful reminder that the leadership…

08/13/2026

Online education is evolving—and we’re proud to be part of the conversation shaping its future. 💻🎓

Val Kelly, Associate Vice President of Kent State Online, contributed to UPCEA ’s new Hallmarks of Excellence in Online Leadership, a national framework highlighting strategies and practices for excellence in online leadership.

Kelly contributed to the chapter on Entrepreneurial Initiatives, exploring how institutions can foster innovation, collaborate across teams, and respond to the changing needs of students and the workforce.

Read the full story: https://onlinedegrees.kent.edu/blog/kent-state-online-leader-contributes-to-national-framework-for-excellence-in-online-leadership

08/11/2026

Your leadership potential doesn't end at the podium. 🎶

Many music educators begin their careers leading ensembles—but over time, they're called to mentor colleagues, shape curriculum, and guide entire music programs.

Kent State University's 100% online Master of Music in Music Education (MMME) helps experienced educators build the leadership, research, and instructional skills needed to expand their impact beyond the classroom—all while continuing to teach.

Read more: https://onlinedegrees.kent.edu/blog/from-band-director-to-program-leader-how-an-mmme-can-unlock-your-career

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Many music educators begin their careers focused on the classroom, the rehearsal room, and the podium. But over time, experienced teachers often find themselves ready for something more: broader influence, leadership opportunities, and a chance to shape music education beyond a single ensemble. For....

08/07/2026

Fashion is more than design—it's strategy, innovation, and leadership. 👗🌍

Kent State University's 100% online Master of Fashion Industry Studies (MFIS) prepares professionals to navigate the evolving global fashion industry through research, sustainability, systems thinking, and strategic problem-solving.

Whether you're looking to advance your career, pivot into the fashion industry, or strengthen your leadership skills, the MFIS offers the flexibility to learn from anywhere while earning your graduate degree. Applications for the online program begin with the Fall 2026 admission term.

Learn more: https://onlinedegrees.kent.edu/degrees/fashion-industry-studies-mfis

Kent State University School of Fashion

The Master of Fashion Industry Studies degree in Fashion Industry Studies addresses the highly interdisciplinary character of practice within fashion as an industry.

08/05/2026

Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? 📈

Whether you're preparing for the CPA exam, pursuing a promotion, or looking to expand your expertise, Kent State University's 100% online Master of Science in Accounting is designed with working professionals in mind.

Learn how flexible online learning, expert faculty, and a career-focused curriculum can help you build the advanced skills employers are looking for—all while balancing work and life.

Read more: https://onlinedegrees.kent.edu/blog/why-working-professionals-choose-kent-states-online-master-of-science-in-accounting

Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship

Whether you're preparing for the CPA exam, pursuing a promotion, or looking to strengthen your expertise in financial reporting, auditing, or taxation, earning a graduate accounting degree can help you take the next step in your career.

08/03/2026

Why do so many students choose Kent State Online each year? 🎓

Whether you're finishing your bachelor's degree, pursuing a graduate degree or earning a certificate, Kent State Online makes it possible to reach your goals—without putting your life on hold.

Here are five reasons students choose Kent State Online:
✔️ Earn the same respected Kent State degree
✔️ Learn from expert faculty
✔️ Choose from 90+ fully online programs
✔️ Receive personalized support
✔️ Join a community of online learners

Read more: https://onlinedegrees.kent.edu/blog/5-reasons-to-choose-kent-state-online-for-your-degree

If you're considering earning your degree online, you're probably asking an important question: How do you know which online university is right for you?

07/30/2026

Ready to take the next step in your education career? 🎓

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your teaching practice, move into leadership, or specialize in an area like educational technology, curriculum and instruction, or special education, Kent State Online offers flexible programs designed for today’s educators.

Explore how a graduate degree or certificate can help you build new skills, expand your opportunities and make a lasting impact in education.

Read more: https://onlinedegrees.kent.edu/blog/advance-your-career-with-kent-state-onlines-education-and-leadership-programs

College of Education and Human Services at Kent State University

Whether you're an experienced educator looking to expand your expertise, a teacher preparing for a leadership role, or a professional interested in shaping the future of education, choosing the right graduate program can open new opportunities for career growth.

07/28/2026

Meet Dr. Natasha Levinson, a faculty member in Kent State University's 100% online Master of Education in Cultural Foundations program. 📚

In our latest faculty spotlight, Dr. Levinson shares how philosophy, ethics and critical thinking shape the future of education—and why helping students examine the deeper questions behind teaching and learning is so important.

Whether you're looking to advance your career or broaden your perspective on education, discover how this online program prepares thoughtful, impactful leaders.

Read the full faculty spotlight: https://onlinedegrees.kent.edu/blog/faculty-profile-natasha-levinson

College of Education and Human Services at Kent State University

07/17/2026

🔎 What does a crime analyst actually do?

A career in criminal justice can take many paths—including opportunities beyond the badge. Explore how Kent State Online's Master of Arts in Criminology and Justice Studies prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed for careers in crime analysis, research, policy and other justice-focused fields.

Learn more about the work of crime analysts and the career possibilities available to students interested in the justice system:

https://onlinedegrees.kent.edu/blog/what-does-a-crime-analyst-actually-do-careers-beyond-the-badge

In collaboration with Kent State University College of Sciences and Humanities 💙💛

07/16/2026

Every path to graduate school is different—but a passion for understanding education can bring people together. 📚

Meet three Kent State Online students in the Master of Education in Cultural Foundations program whose unique experiences, career goals and perspectives are shaping the way they think about education, leadership and social change.

Read their stories: https://onlinedegrees.kent.edu/blog/three-students-three-journeys-one-shared-passion-for-understanding-education

In collaboration with College of Education and Human Services at Kent State University 💙💛